ON THE ROAD: Why are Odometers so Important?

As May 12th is National Odometer Day, here at Source One Parts Center, we would like to highlight why the odometer is so essential. Odometer readings are considered one of the most critical data points when it comes to your truck or fleet's maintenance. Not only does having an accurate odometer help guarantee the current working conditions of your vehicle, but it also helps keep your truck from aging too quickly. As a result, longer-lasting healthy trucks equals cost savings in the long run. Let's look into this more.

Odometer analysis help truck owners or fleet managers make the following decisions:

1. When to replace or dispose of their vehicles

2. When to schedule important maintenance task

3. Monitor fleet’s fuel usage

In the past, higher odometer readings meant your vehicle's life will come to an end. As modern technology has advanced in vehicles, the good news means trucks run more reliably, and when properly maintained, can go longer without requiring major repairs or replacements. So, as today's trucks last longer, milage is not the main factor in the lifespan of your vehicle.

So what is the primary usage of the odometer in the modern world? It's maintenance!

Regular maintenance is key to keeping your vehicle running well. As frequent oil changes play a huge role in your truck's upkeeping, it is also keeping up with replacing your truck's components that regularly need changing. These include oil filters, brake pads, cabin filters, and so on. So when the trusted odometer indicates it is time to replace your vehicle's parts, know that here at Source One Parts Center, we provide only genuine OEM parts with a minimum one-year unlimited mile warranty direct from the manufacturer.